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18 August 2021
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The SRC Elections for the elective portfolios will be held from 12 to 15 October 2021 for the Bloemfontein, Qwaqwa and South Campuses.
Following the official announcement of the election schedule on 16 August 2021, the processes below are to unfold:
a. Candidate nominations for CSRC elective portfolios will open on 23 August, until 10 September 2021;
b. Ex-officio portfolio elections will take place on 11 October 2021;
c. Manifesto launches will take place via webinars from 15 September to 11 October 2021;
d. Declaration of final election results will be on 18 October 2021.
KDBS Consulting (Pty) Ltd has been appointed as the independent Chief Elections Administrator that is to oversee and manage the 2021 online SRC elections.
A website will be launched to provide updated information regarding all processes that are to unfold. A detailed schedule will also be made available via the official elections website that will be hosted by the service provider.
For any queries related to the elections, communication is to be sent via email to the Chief Election Administrator at
ufssrcelections@kdbs.co.za Communication to the election helpdesk may also be sent via direct call or on WhatsApp at
+27 0 61 452 4499.
Election specific notifications will be communicated via email and SMS.
Official elections will take place from 12-15 October 2021.
Alleged suspension of Prof. Ezekiel Moraka, Vice-Rector: External Relations
2010-11-10
The Management of the University of the Free State (UFS) hereby confirms that Prof. Ezekiel Moraka, Vice-Rector: External Relations, has not been suspended, as was reported in some of the media since last night.
The UFS Management has communicated to Prof. Moraka its intention to suspend him, based on allegations of misconduct brought to the attention of Management. Prof. Moraka has requested five days to submit reasons why he should not be suspended. As a result, the UFS has granted this request and has placed Prof. Moraka on special leave in order for him to prepare his submission.
A final decision regarding the suspension will only be made once the UFS has considered Prof. Moraka's submission.
The UFS confirms that the due process of the law is adhered to in all labour processes.
Media Release
Issued by: Lacea Loader
Director: Strategic Communication (actg)
Tel: 051 401 2584
Cell: 083 645 2454
E-mail: loaderl@ufs.ac.za
10 November 2010